Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome

Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome (2015)

EndedDocumentary showHistory

The first city of a million was built two thousand years ago. But how did they make Ancient Athens and Rome work without petrol, gas or electricity? Professor Wallace-Hadrill finds out.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02RomeAug 27, 2015
S01E01AthensAug 20, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome' first premiere?

'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome' premiered on June 21, 2015.

What was the focus of the TV show 'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome'?

'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome' focused on the buildings, infrastructure, and urban planning of the ancient cities of Athens and Rome.

Who was the host of 'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome'?

The show did not have a specific host. Instead, it was narrated by Miles Jupp.

How many episodes were there in season one of 'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome'?

'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome' was a one-off documentary and did not have multiple seasons or episodes.

What was the aim of the show 'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome'?

The aim of 'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome' was to provide insight into the ancient, and sometimes forgotten, techniques used to build and maintain such great cities.

What specific aspects of Athens and Rome were explored in the show?

The show explored the architecture, engineering, and urban planning of Athens and Rome.

How long is each episode of 'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome'?

Each episode of 'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome' is approximately 1 hour in length.

What kind of approach to storytelling was used in 'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome'?

The show used a mixture of expert interviews, computer graphics, and dramatic reconstructions to tell its story.

What kind of experts were interviewed for 'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome'?

'Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome' interviewed experts in the fields of archaeology, engineering, architecture, and urban planning.

What were some important buildings explored in the Athens segment?

The Athens segment explored important buildings such as the Parthenon, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Erechtheion.

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